Andhra Pradesh Adds 424 PG Medical Seats for 2026–27; Total Intake Rises to 4,196
Published 11 Nov 20265 min read
The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved 424 additional postgraduate medical seats in Andhra Pradesh for the 2026–27 academic session. With this increase, the total approved postgraduate medical seat intake in the state has risen from 3,772 to 4,196.The additional seats have been approved across 36 medical colleges, including 18 government and 18 private institutions. The increase is expected to expand postgraduate medical education opportunities for candidates seeking admission to MD, MS and other postgraduate medical programmes. Candidates preparing for postgraduate medical counselling should review the revised seat matrix and check the availability of seats according to their preferred college, speciality and admission quota.
Andhra Pradesh PG Medical Seats 2026–27: College-Wise Distribution
According to the revised figures, government and private medical colleges have received additional postgraduate seats for the upcoming academic session.
The distribution is as follows:
| College category | Previous seats | Additional seats | Revised seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government medical colleges | 1,915 | 162 | 2,077 |
| Private medical colleges | 1,857 | 262 | 2,119 |
| Total | 3,772 | 424 | 4,196 |
Private medical colleges account for 262 of the newly approved seats, representing nearly 62% of the total increase. Government medical colleges have received the remaining 162 seats. Following the revision, private colleges have 42 more approved postgraduate medical seats than government institutions in Andhra Pradesh.
Government Medical College, Vizianagaram Gets 28 Additional Seats
Among government medical colleges, Government Medical College, Vizianagaram, has recorded the largest increase, receiving approval for 28 additional postgraduate medical seats. The increase forms part of the overall expansion across 18 government medical colleges in the state. However, candidates should check the speciality-wise and quota-wise seat distribution before selecting the institution during counselling, as the additional 28 seats represent the college's overall increase rather than seats in a single speciality.
Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences Adds 59 PG Medical Seats
- Among private medical institutions, Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences has recorded the highest increase, with 59 additional postgraduate medical seats approved for 2026–27.
- Private colleges collectively account for 262 of the 424 newly approved seats, making them responsible for nearly 62% of the overall increase.
- The revised approvals cover increases in existing postgraduate courses as well as approvals for new courses.
What the Increase Means for NEET PG 2026 Counselling
The addition of 424 postgraduate medical seats will expand the approved seat intake available across Andhra Pradesh for the 2026–27 academic session. However, candidates should not assume that all newly approved seats will be available under every admission quota or speciality.
Before filling in their counselling preferences, applicants should verify:
- Name of the medical college
- Available MD and MS specialities
- Number of seats in each speciality
- Government or management quota classification
- Eligibility requirements for the respective quota
- Seat availability in the relevant counselling round
For example, the 28 additional seats approved for Government Medical College, Vizianagaram, represent the institution's total increase. Candidates interested in a particular speciality must check the detailed seat matrix to identify the number of seats available in that course.
Dr NTR University to Publish Counselling-Related Seat Details
- Dr NTR University of Health Sciences has compiled the college-level postgraduate medical seat figures for Andhra Pradesh.
- The university's counselling notifications and revised seat matrix will provide details regarding the seats available for candidates, speciality-wise distribution, quota eligibility and allotment schedules.
- Candidates seeking postgraduate medical admission in Andhra Pradesh should regularly check the official university website and counselling notifications for the latest updates.
- The revised intake of 4,196 seats reflects the total approved postgraduate medical capacity in the state for 2026–27.
- Final admission opportunities will depend on the applicable counselling rules and the seats included in the official counselling matrix.
